Bacon, Francis. The Essays, or Counsels, Civil and Moral, 1691

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Bacon, Francis. 1691 The Essays, or Counsels, Civil and Moral, of Sir Francis Bacon. With a Table of the Colours of Good and Evil. London: James Knapton. Bound with 1691 The Wisdom of the Ancients. Later full calf, rebacked with the original gilt spine laid down, the corners bumped with light loss, the boards with a few marks. Marginal spotting throughout. A good 17th century example, containing essays on truth, death, boldness, envy, atheism, love, etc. 8vo. (1) Publisher: James Knapton Publisher Location: London Publication Date: 1691 Binding: Hardcover